OCC Paddling Recap
From Ke‘ehi Lagoon to Kailua Beach, Waimānalo to Waikīkī, OCC paddlers brought their A-game this season, dug in, and did the Club proud.
A member of the OCC Coaching Staff for the past five years, her passion for imparting the traditions and culture of our club and canoe racing to our youngest junior girls has been truly inspiring. Under her guid- ance, the Na Kama O Kapua Jr. Girls had a phenom- enal season, culminating in their annual sleepover at OCC – an event that epitomized camaraderie and joy. Corlyn’s exceptional commitment has played a pivotal role in her team’s success, securing spots at the HCRA championship for both her 12s and 13s girls. We extend a heartfelt mahalo to her and all of our OCC coaches and supporters behind the scenes. As we shift our focus to the long-distance season, anticipation runs high. We are eagerly preparing for our most anticipated races of the year—the Na Wahi- ne O Ke Kai on September 29, and the Moloka‘i Hoe on October 13. With our sights set on these significant events, we embrace the ethos of “holomua pū kākou” as we move forward together into the new challenges and triumphs that lie ahead. ■
coaches, in partnership with fellow head coach Jim Beaton, led an exceptional program characterized by a strong Club culture and an elite level of paddling. Noah Paoa was a standout in the program earning himself the Men's Paddler of the Year award for his dedication on and off the water in his first year here with the Outrigger Canoe Club. Our dedicated registrar, Ana Wilson, meticulously managed the registration and logistics for all 337 club paddlers, ensuring smooth regatta days. Additionally, Kai Wilding, in collaboration with the knowledgeable Walter Guild, took charge of the Na Kama O Kapua (NKOK) boys. A program, though in it’s building years, is already seeing the work pay off as their boys 16’s crew was able to capture both the O‘ahu Champion- ship title as well as the HCRA State Championship win. Congratulations boys for your hard work. None of our paddling programs would be possible without the unwavering dedication of our coaching team and Canoe Racing Committee members. Among them, Corlyn Orr stands out as our Coach of the Year.
SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2024 | AMA 21
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